May weather forecast
Fort Lawn, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Fort Lawn, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in May, the average high-temperature shifts from April's agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) to a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Fort Lawn are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Lawn, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Lawn, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Fort Lawn experiences an average high-temperature of 79.9°F (26.6°C) and a low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Fort Lawn, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Fort Lawn, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Lawn have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average temperature in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average pressure in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average wind speed in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average humidity in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average rainfall in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average snowfall in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average UV index in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Fort Lawn, SC

Average visibility in May - Fort Lawn, SC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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